When Can You Stream Horror Breakout Obsession at Home?
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Horror breakout hit Obsession is delaying its streaming release after a massive box office surge, with industry tracking pointing toward a mid-summer digital and Peacock launch.
Horror hit Obsession is taking over the cultural conversation, and naturally, everyone wants to know when they can stream it from home. Written and directed by Curry Barker, the film follows a young man who uses a cursed object to make his coworker fall in love with him, sparking a terrifying mix of classic cautionary tales and demonic possession. Made on a modest budget of $750,000, the movie shocked the box office by pulling in $17.2 million on its opening weekend and following up with an even bigger $23.9 million during its second weekend.
Initial rumors pointed to a rapid streaming debut, but the film's massive commercial momentum has changed those plans. According to Variety, Blumhouse head Jason Blum noted that the team is reevaluating the release schedule following the unexpected box office surge, favoring a longer and more consistent theatrical window. While early leaks hinted at an early June streaming drop, the current trajectory suggests fans will need to wait just a bit longer to watch the horror phenomenon from their couches.
Looking at similar breakout hits like Weapons, a mid-June digital rental window and a July physical release on DVD and Blu-ray look increasingly likely. For subscription streaming, the movie will likely land on Peacock given that Focus Features handled the domestic theatrical run and Universal Pictures managed international distribution. As reported by Polygon in their detailed breakdown of the film's release timeline, exact platform dates are still being finalized as the box office numbers continue to climb.
Tags: Horror Movies, Streaming, Box Office, Focus Features, Peacock
Original article: Polygon